Today, most people don’t rely on the municipal wastewater system, instead, they prefer going with a separate septic system. This system basically consists of a septic tank and leach or drain field that is connected by a number of pipes, starting from the home’s wastewater drainage system through the tank and ending with the waste taken out to the leach field.
If you care for the septic system properly and go for a proper septic cleaning, the tank can last for around 15-35 years and the leach field can be easily usable for around 50 years.
Wish to keep your septic system functional and healthy for a long time? Check out these important maintenance tasks.
Lessen household waste and water usage
A very easy and simple way to maintain your septic system is to keep a note of the number of contents that are going down the drain. In order to prevent the septic system from overflowing with tons of liquid waste, space out dishwasher and laundry loads, get water-saving appliances, fix any kind of leaks as early as possible and divert the roof wastewater from the drain field. Instead of dumping fats and uneaten food in the kitchen sink, throw them in the food waste recycling bin in your yard.
Look for a leaking tank
Walk around your septic system daily and notice whether any areas around the tank are growing more grass that looks all lush than the other yard areas. A tank that is leaking will not just provide nutrition to plant life but will also give off strong, dirty sewage smells. But as the tank is buried underground, it will be difficult to find any leaks. So, when your tank is being pumped by the experts of a famed septic service company, make sure to check for leaks, i.e., if your professional doesn’t already include a leaking inspection (which is of course less likely).
Get your tank pumped frequently
Make sure to have your septic tank pumped by the professionals every 2-3 years. But then, the need to get it cleaned and to determine the right time will depend on the waste kind that is put into the septic tank, the number of people living in your home, and the size of the tank.
